purpose digital outputs and analog or digital inputs,
providing an easy way to read sensors and control
peripherals directly from a PC over USB. These inputs can
be used with the scripting system to enable creation of
self-contained animatronic displays that respond to
external stimuli.

The unit prices are $29.95, $39.95, and $49.95 for
the Mini Maestro 12 (item #1352), 18 (item #1354), and
24 (item #1356), respectively. Kit versions are available for
applications with tight size or weight restrictions.

Global Specialties, a leader in electronic training systems and prototyping
and design products,
introduces a new
family of products to
its economy line of
solderless
breadboarding
systems. The
product grouping —
which includes four
RoHS compliant
products — utilizes
Global’s new highly
durable ABS
transparent
breadboarding
sockets. The
transparent ABS sockets allow for easy viewing of
prototyping connections which enables the reduction of
circuit construction time and verification making them
perfect for educational applications and beginners in
electronics.

The GS-100T transparent bus sockets (also included on
the GS-830T and PB-101T) have red and blue continuity
indicators to allow for reliable signal distribution. The new
products include the GS-100T (100 tie points), GS-630T
(630 tie points), and GS-830T (830 tie points) solderless
breadboards, and the PB-101E Proto-Board™ with 1,360 tie
points and aluminum backplate.

For further information, please contact:

Global
Specialties

18 SERVO 07.2010

Website: www.globalspecialties.com

PROSTHESES

New i-LIMB Pulse Unveiled

Touch Bionics, developer of advanced upper-limb bionic technologies, has launched the i-LIMB Pulse: an all-new
version of the revolutionary i-LIMB Hand — the world’s first
commercially available bionic hand. The i-LIMB Pulse is a
significant advance for the i-LIMB product line, with a host
of enhancements including pulsing grip strength, software-enabled grip patterns, and robust aluminium features for
improved strength.

The i-LIMB Pulse joins a family of products that has
been fitted to more than 1,200 patients worldwide. The i-LIMB Pulse is offered in addition to the existing i-LIMB
Hand, and both products are available to customers
depending on the patients’ preferences. Its new features
have been driven by Touch Bionics’ experiences in the
marketplace as a pioneer of bionic technology and clinical
support.

"Having experienced over three years in the market
with the i-LIMB Hand, we have gathered unparalleled
insight into the needs and requirements of users of upper
extremity prosthetic devices," said Stuart Mead, Touch
Bionics’ CEO. "This has contributed significantly to the
development of the i-LIMB Pulse — for example, we know
that the majority of users, whether male or female, prefer
a device with natural body lines, so we invested
considerable time in miniaturizing components and
internal structures to offer two sizes that will
accommodate almost all user preferences."